1969 Austin Maxi vs. 1955 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1969 Austin Maxi is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Morgan Plus 4 (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1969 Austin Maxi. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Austin Maxi weights approximately 160 kg more than 1955 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1955 Morgan Plus 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Austin Maxi, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1955 Morgan Plus 4 (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin Maxi. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Austin Maxi | 1955 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Austin | Morgan |
| Model | Maxi | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2440 mm |
